Bergen Bellhop Joins Cast Of 'Survivor'

BERGEN COUNTY, NJ — A county man is one of the cast members of "Survivor" on CBS.

Ryan Ulrich is a 23-year-old bellhop from North Arlington. He describes himself on the show's website as "witty, ambitious and approachable."

Ulrich said that New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning is his inspiration.

"Eli has honestly provided me with some of the best moments of my life, so take that for what it's worth," Ulrich said. "He has a humble demeanor, and always takes responsibility if the team loses. Even though he has won two Super Bowls, he is continually critiqued, yet always acts with grace and humility."

The three things he would take to the island would be a sports visor, a McDonald's Shamrock Shake "so any opportunity I have to get one, I have to take" and a podium, so he could give press conferences.

Ulrich has interned for both houses of Congress and the British Consulate, according to the website.

Ulrich said he has wanted to appear on "Survivor" since he was 6.

"It's much more than a game to me, it's a passion, I obsess over it," he said.

The 35th season of "Survivor" debuts Sept. 27 at 8 p.m.

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